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Company Overview Heinzen LLC is a dynamic engineering and fabrication company specializing in the design, production, and installation of food processing equipment. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the food industry. Overview Under the direct supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Mechanical Design Engineer shall have the primary responsibility for the generation of the fabrication release package. The Mechanical Design Engineer shall provide design support for the Project Engineer to produce a functioning engineered process system which encompasses all or part of the design and build. As a member of the engineering team, the Mechanical Design Engineer shall foster teamwork, communicate and coordinate with co-workers of all departments. This role has an onsite requirement for the first three months, and then has the opportunity to be fully remote. Responsibilities Design high volume RTE (ready to eat) food processing equipment for the high care fresh-cut produce industry for production efficiency, on schedule and on .Machine designs shall meet or exceed established sanitary design criteria, federal and state mandated safety standards and customer's requirements. Performs analysis and calculation to evaluate and solve structural, fluid dynamics, or thermal problems to optimize design. Coordinate, evaluate, and verify design criteria with Project Engineers. Travel to and from customer sites as required. Produce accurate and professional mechanical drawings which include sufficient and detailed dimensions, tolerances, BOM (bill of materials), and Heinzen (Heinzen Manufacturing) naming conventions for piece parts, weldment views, assembly views, and installation views. Creates Bill of Materials and releases materials and components for purchasing. Manage release/jobs through the fabrication and assembly process. Function as a Product Line Manager (PLM) to further new product research and development, as well as utilize and develop Engineering Design Guides for Heinzen in coordination with Product Development Manager and Engineering Manager. Ability to multi task, manage and archive data related to the Engineering Department. Conform to shop safety rules. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or equivalent. Experience in sheet metal forming, machine shop operations, and welding/fabrication processes preferred.gree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus. Must have excellent PC skills, including intermediate experience with Microsoft Word, advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and mechanically designed software programs. Must have the ability to quickly learn specific software. CAD experience with Auto Cad and Solidworks. Ability to work in the 2D and 3D environment. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret Engineering specific journals and mechanical drawings. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively and tactfully present information, and communicate with management staff, employees, regulatory agencies and others. Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including accurate grammar and business correspondence knowledge. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must possess the ability to make sound independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TRAVEL:

This job requires minimal travel within close proximity to the regular assigned work location.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Gilroy, CA 95020